Chesney, a denim-diapered kangaroo from Sunshine Farm in Necedah, escaped and is missing; owners and the sheriff urge residents to call 773-682-8042 and not to approach him.

A 17-year-old was critically injured in a drive-by in Brighton Park early Saturday. Area One detectives are investigating the shooting on the 2400-block of West 48th Street.

The USDA's FSIS issued a public health alert for certain Blackwing‑branded beef and pork produced without an official inspection mark; affected packages were shipped nationwide.

Health inspectors suspended the Lakeview restaurant's license after finding a rat infestation, black mold and unlabeled perishables. Penny’s says it will deep-clean and hire pest control.

Naperville police warned travelers not to post that they’re away after a string of north‑suburban home invasions. Here are simple, practical steps to secure your home.

Shawn Childs of House of Hope was live-streaming when gunfire erupted on North Pulaski; a 38-year-old woman was struck and is expected to recover, police say.

A man wanted on child-sex charges in Monterey County was arrested in Glendale Heights and is being held in Cook County pending extradition.

Nico Hoerner reportedly agreed to a six-year, $141M extension with the Cubs, pending a physical. The move locks the 28-year-old into Chicago’s core.

Federal agents seized 11 firearms and 20 conversion devices from a Chicago Lawn home; two suspected gang members were charged and remain detained.

A longtime Paxton coach and former teacher was jailed on grooming and attempted sexual-assault charges; his case is now pending in Ford County court.

Drill rapper Lil Mikey was killed on Chicago's South Side while sitting in a car. Detectives are investigating the shooting at 63rd and Drexel.

Sunny but blustery Saturday in Chicago with highs near 48°F and gusts up to 25 mph. Elevated fire‑spread risk — skip yard burns this afternoon.

Tennessee outmuscled Iowa State 76-62 at the United Center, using rebounding and interior defense to reach the Elite Eight. The Vols' frontcourt logged two double-doubles.